Dozens of Orthodox block Bar-Lev Street in Jerusalem in protest against arrest of draft dodgers

Several dozen extremist Orthodox protesters are blocking Derekh Bar-Lev in Jerusalem in protest against the arrest of draft dodgers. Police have deployed the YASAM special unit and border police to disperse the unrest.

Several dozen extremist Orthodox protesters are blocking Derekh Bar-Lev in Jerusalem in protest against the arrest of draft dodgers. Police reported that they are operating with the involvement of YASAM special unit fighters and border police to disperse the unrest and reopen the traffic artery. It was also reported that rioters are throwing objects and stones and disturbing public order.